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Monitor articles for May 17, 2019

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FocusAbortion wars: In Louisiana, softer tone paves way for sharp restrictions
First LookI.M. Pei, designer of Louvre Pyramid, leaves behind iconic landmarks
Points of Progress: Preventing extremism, and more
Trump lowered tensions with Iran: why he had to step in
Florida voters gave ex-felons right to vote. Then lawmakers stepped in.
First LookFirst in Asia, Taiwan approves full marriage rights for same-sex couples
The Monitor's ViewFood aid for hungry North Koreans?
A Christian Science Perspectiveno mote or beam
As southern Spain dries up, its farmers get inventive
In Tokyo rice shop, loyalty to a sacred staple